Italy-France: joint training in the Atlantic Ocean

06/08/14

A joint exercise was held in the Atlantic Ocean between an NH90 aircraft of the French navy of the destroyer Luigi Durand de la Penne, engaged by the 7 in July at the 30 August in the education campaign in favor of 90 students 1 class naval academy .

Interesting bilateral activity conducted that, in military jargon, takes the name of Passex; it is a multi-functional training between marine navies of different nations that transit in the same waters and that plan a series of activities to increase the crew's readiness and the efficiency of their vehicles and equipment.

Exchange of the tactical situation through telecommunications equipment, simulation of engagement, flight activity with repeated cycles of take-offs and appontaggi, are among the main exercises conducted. "An excellent test bench for the cadets on board, who can combine theory and practice thanks to the professionalism and experience of the crew members", are the words of appreciation that the captain of vessel Ostilio de Majo , commander of the unit, addresses to his men and women with the stars.

The destroyer continues with a northern route, in the direction of London, the third stage of the education campaign that previously touched the ports of Barcelona (Spain) and Lisbon. Expected arrival on Thursday 7 August, after a suggestive navigation on the Thames.

Source: Military Navy